MAC FAUCETS
Owner’s Manual
Models: FA444
Installation procedure:
1.
Take a moment to view drawings and read “special Installation note” on page 3 of this manual before proceeding with
installation. Connect Faucet Autmator model FA444 exactly as shown in drawing, with sensor cable connection at
bottom. Failure to install Faucet Automator Model FA444 as shown will result in premature product failure and will
void all warranties including extended warranty.
2.
If using deck plate, affix plate on deck to faucet using supplied screws (most models). Install new faucet by placing sensor
wire and hose (faucets with integral hose) through the hole designated for spout. Make sure that wire is not pinched or cut
during installation.
Cutting or severely crimping sensor wire will cause faucet to malfunction and will also void all
warranties
.
3.
Faucets with integral hose go to step 5
. Slide retainer washer over faucet shank with set screw deep placed in shank groove.
Insert sensor wire through special groove in washer. Install retainer nut over faucet shank and tighten.
4.
Remove the stainless steel braided hose from package, fasten to faucet shank.
Go to step 6.
5.
Place rubber ring (if used) at the bottom of the faucet. Affix faucet above plate (if deck plate is used). Use 2 screws, 2 nuts,
and 1 retainer washer to fasten faucet to deck.
6.
Locate spot on the wall that you feel comfortable installing Faucet Automator FA444. The spot selected should be within
reach of braided hose and sensor wire. The selected spot should also be away from possible water contamination.
7.
Mount Faucet Automator FA444 using supplied fasteners.
Be careful to mount box exactly as shown in drawings with
sensor receptacle towards the bottom.
8.
Install shank hose to Faucet Automator’s water outlet (top).
9.
Align groove in sensor wire plug with pin in Faucet Automator FA444 sensor receptacle, insert plug into receptacle, fasten
plug nut by hand only.
DO NOT CROSS THREAD.
Before proceeding to step 9, purge both hot and cold water lines for at least a minute each at high volume. Purging water
lines clears out dirt and debris that would otherwise find its way to screen filter within the solenoid valve.
10.
***For single water source system install
cold water
supply hose to Faucet Automator’s water inlet,
absolutely
do not
substitute hot water for cold as this may lead to scalding injuries.
11.
***For dual water temp system install
Optional
mixing valve to Faucet Automator’s water inlet.
MAC Faucets makes 2 types of optional mixing valves, an above the sink mechanical valve and a below the sink
mechanical valve. For thermostatic type valve, please consult your plumbing professional.
12.
Install hot and cold water to mixing valve in no particular order.
13.
Turn angle stops on. Check for leaks.
Operation:
1. Place hands under spout and directly in front of neck mounted sensor, water will begin to flow out in less than a second,
water flow rate is governed by aerator and supply pressure, water temperature is governed by selection at angle stops, as well
as water temperature in supply pipes
. Please remember, automatic faucets employ “presence” not
“motion” sensors. An idle object placed directly underneath spout will immediately
activate faucet.
2. Remove hands and water will cease to flow within 1-3 seconds depending on model of faucet and on water pressure.
3. If hands are left underneath spout for 30 or 60 seconds (depending on model), water will automatically shut off. To initiate
flow again move hands away from faucet and start at step 1.
4. When attempting to run water over small objects such as tooth brush, it may be necessary to bring object closer to sensor to
initiate water flow, when water begins to flow, move object back under stream of water. Once user “gets the feel” of the
faucet this step may be skipped.
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